History of Jalen Smith in Timeline

Jalen Rasheed Smith, nicknamed "Stix", is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA. He previously played college basketball for the Maryland Terrapins. Smith's career highlights primarily consist of his contributions to the Bulls and his collegiate performance at Maryland.

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November 8, 2017: Signed National Letter of Intent to play for Maryland

On November 8, 2017, Jalen Smith signed his National Letter of Intent to play basketball for the University of Maryland, choosing Maryland over Villanova and Virginia. This decision followed his verbal commitment in June.

December 4, 2019: Career-high 16 rebounds against Notre Dame

On December 4, 2019, Jalen Smith recorded a career-high 16 rebounds and scored 15 points in a 72–51 victory against Notre Dame.

January 21, 2020: Career-high 25 points against Northwestern

On January 21, 2020, Jalen Smith scored a career-high 25 points and secured 11 rebounds, contributing to a 77–66 comeback win against Northwestern.

November 24, 2020: Signed with the Phoenix Suns

On November 24, 2020, The Phoenix Suns announced that they had signed Jalen Smith.

February 15, 2021: Assigned to Agua Caliente Clippers

On February 15, 2021, after appearing in only eight games, the Phoenix Suns assigned Jalen Smith to the Agua Caliente Clippers of the NBA G League.

February 26, 2021: Recalled to the Suns

On February 26, 2021, the Phoenix Suns recalled Jalen Smith from the Agua Caliente Clippers.

February 10, 2022: Traded to the Indiana Pacers

On February 10, 2022, Jalen Smith was traded to the Indiana Pacers along with a future second-round draft pick (Hugo Besson) in exchange for Torrey Craig.

July 1, 2022: Re-signed with the Indiana Pacers

On July 1, 2022, Jalen Smith re-signed with the Indiana Pacers on a two-year deal worth $9.6 million. Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle announced that Smith would be a starter.

November 8, 2023: First Double-Double of the Season

On November 8, 2023, Jalen Smith recorded his first double-double of the season with 16 points, 11 rebounds, 2 steals, and a block in a win over the Utah Jazz.